Generative AI
Generative AI (GenAI) can support and enhance teaching and learning in new ways. However, GenAI's use and rapid pace of development also introduce challenges and questions about academic integrity, copyright protection, transparency and other concerns.
This collection of CITL resources and services supports your exploration of questions about GenAI like:
- What is GenAI?
- How should I talk to my students about using GenAI?
- How can GenAI tools support or inform my teaching practice?
- Where can I discuss GenAI use, developments and concerns with my peers?
- What do I need to do to stay up to date on GenAI developments?
What is GenAI?
Generative Artificial Intelligence, commonly called GenAI, is form of machine learning that analyzes and processes large datasets to find patterns and structures, which are then used to create new content including text, video, audio, images and code in response to a query or prompt.
Curriculum and Course Development
CITL facilitates curriculum and course design processes to support the proactive development of programs and courses that inspire positive learning experiences.
CITL staff are available to present about the use of GenAI tools at the department level. These presentations have previously been provided for the Faculty of Business, Western School of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing (St. John's) and the Marine Institute. For more information or to set up a presentation, contact Ruth Hickey.
The Learning Technology Index (LTI) is a collection of software or web services, vetted by CITL, that can be used in learning environments to support teaching and learning. Several education-focused GenAI tools are included in the index, and tools are reviewed and added to the index on an ongoing basis. Access the LTI online.
CITL's Educational Developers, Senior Instructional Designers and Instructional Designers can provide guidance on assessment design and appropriate use of GenAI in course development activities. For more information or to set up a consultation, please visit Consultation Services.
Learning Environments and Technologies
CITL provides leadership on the thoughtful assessment, design and integration of learning spaces, technologies and instructional strategies that support all modes of delivery.
CITL's Classroom Technologies team worked directly with Facilities Management and instructors in Memorial's Master of Artificial Intelligence (MAI) program to design and develop a modern flexible classroom, including the physical classroom space and its available technology. This room was designed to support innovative teaching practices for the MAI program, including traditional lectures, hybrid participation and active learning. Read more online about this classroom.
Professional Development in Teaching
CITL develops and facilitates educator and learning opportunities that enhance teaching effectiveness, foster the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, grow educational leadership and build community.
This playlist collects all of CITL's videos related to GenAI, including webinars and conference presentations. New videos will be added as they become available. View the playlist on YouTube.
The Generative AI and Teaching Community of Practice is open to Memorial faculty and instructors, staff and graduate students interested in the impact of generative AI on teaching and learning in higher education. This inter-campus group meets monthly to discuss topics and ideas as determined based on the group's interests. For more information or to join, contact educatordev@mun.ca.
CITL's Instructor Series is a semester of webinars hosted by instructors for instructors. For Winter 2025, several of our Instructor Series webinars focus on topics related to GenAI and teaching and learning. Visit the Instructor Series page for more information and to register for upcoming sessions.
Better Learning Solutions
CITL provides proactive and evidence-based resources and just-in-time services to instructors, students and academic units/leadership in support of their teaching and learning success.
The FUSION program is a series of self-contained learning modules for Memorial students, each addressing a specific skill identified by the Government of Canada’s Skills for Success model as in demand with today’s employers. FUSION offers an AI Literacy module for Memorial students. Visit the site to learn more or register for the module.
This CITL resource provides an overview of how ChatGPT and other generative AI tools can impact teaching, including an introduction to the tools, integrity considerations, how AI may help in the classroom and an introduction to AI detection tools. Access the resource online.
This CITL resource provides information on appropriate citation of GenAI use for courses in which it is permitted. The resource links directly to information prepared by Memorial University Libraries and other sources. Access this resource online.
This CITL resource includes an overview of what to include in a statement about acceptable student use of GenAI, including generic statements for graduated use cases and statements shared by different academic units at Memorial. Access the resource online.
This session, a collaboration between the Academic Success Centre and the Writing Centre, helps students learn how AI generates information and understand the limitations of these tools.
These sessions are provided as requested. Please reach out to the Academic Success Centre at succeed@mun.ca.
The Learning Technology Coach podcast is produced by the Centre for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL) at Memorial University. The podcast's third season focused on AI's impact on higher education. Season 3 is available online and through standard podcast apps.
This CITL resource is a printable handout faculty can use and/or share with students to help them critically think about using AI in their work. Access this resource online.
This CITL resource provides a conversation guide to discussing GenAI with students, including general responses to questions about ethical AI use, academic integrity and the relationship between writing and the academic discipline. Access the resource online.
General Inquiries
For general information and inquires about CITL's services, supports and reources, including our work related to GenAI, please reference our Service Guide for Instructors.